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Showing is an essential step in selling a condo. This will let buyers see the property and assess its condition. A lot of buyers make their buying decisions while inside the home for sale. A good showing should help buyers decide towards making the purchase. This is also tricky because buyers rarely allow a second chance after their first impression. Preparation is key. Here five steps on how to prepare for a successful condo showing:
Clean and Declutter
Start preparing for the showing by cleaning your condo. A thorough clean-up is necessary. Scrub the floors, wash the bathroom, change ...

Condo space is premium, the square footage you bought is the square footage you get. There are no options to extend another room or build an additional floor. With the limited floor space, squeezing in all your appliances, furniture and personal belongings can prove to be a challenge. However, there are ways to make your condo, spacious and comfortable without sacrificing style and aesthetics.
1. Try Convertibles
Invest in convertible or multipurpose pieces that can serve more than one purpose without occupying as much space. A convertible sofa that can be your ...

First time home buyers are usually on the fence between renting or buying a condo. There are advantages to renting a condo, such as flexibility of residence, instant move-in, no permanent commitments and low to no down payment requirement. However, there are also great advantages to buying a condo or a house. So, before you sign on a lease, read the following advantages to owning your home;
Increased net worth
Buying a condo or a house will likely instantly increase your net worth. This also brings financial advantages such as improved credit score, better lending opportunities and buying ...

Just like anywhere else, buying and owning an apartment in Canada is different than having a house. The house comes with the land it is built on and more. Simply put, you are buying a piece of land and everything within its perimeters – the house, the trees, the mines and minerals, and other improvements built on it. You have the absolute right to everything on, over, and under – within the boundaries of the land.
When buying a condo, land ownership and rights are not as straightforward as buying a landed property. Here are the key aspects ...

Selling a home can be emotionally draining and tough. The problem is magnified when selling the condo itself is hard. Some factors or mistakes can make a condo hard to sell. Here are some mistakes to avoid if you want your condo to sell fast and for the best price;
Listing without preparing to sell – Sellers should never skip the preparation step in selling a condo. Clean, declutter, repair and depersonalise your home before listing. Buyers are wary of the ‘as is, where is’ in the listing. It connotes issues regarding the property’s condition or documentation, hence they ...

Buying a condo during the pre construction stage is a different process as the unit is still non-existent. Technically, you are paying for a home that is still being constructed or in the plans of being constructed. Presale condos are commonly offered at a discounted price to convince apprehensive buyers. The advantageous price and with proper diligence, you can make the most out of the benefits of buying your condo during the pre-construction stage.
Floor measurements – The stated floor area might not be exactly what you’re getting. Developers would usually indicate the square footage up to the boundaries ...

Space-saving is a way of life for condominium residents. Rooms can easily get crowded with the accumulated stuff. The kitchen especially needs to be organised, with all the kitchen appliances, silverware, glassware, tableware, utensils, pots and pans, grocery items and other food items. And while we cannot extend or build another room, we can always get creative and manage what we have.
Full-length Cabinets – Go for floor-to-ceiling kitchen cabinets. You can use the top cabinets for rarely used items, while the bottom drawers can store pots, pans and heavy cookware. Modern minimalist cabinets offer a smooth and ...

Just a few years ago, buying a condo and actually living in it is mostly considered temporary. A transitional phase, the first step in the real estate investment ladder, a bachelor’s pad, a city home or an addition to an investment portfolio. Condos were the first home until one marries or starts a family, or until one is earning enough to buy a ‘proper’ home. Never as a home to live in and without any plans of moving out any time soon. Condos were not forever homes.
But, that has changed a lot. Today, people are buying condos to ...

Buying a condo, a house or other types of real estate properties are unlike any other purchase. It requires a lot of paperwork and legalities. And because of the sale price involved, buying a home is also financially challenging and confusing. Here are some of the most common financial terms and phrases relevant to buying a condo or a house in Toronto.
Getting Pre-Approved. Getting pre-approved is not a requirement but is a significant component to buying a condo or a house in Toronto. Getting pre-approved means your financial standing has been reviewed and approved eligible for real ...

Gathering your friends or family for a celebration like Canada's day or a get-together could be a challenge if you’re hosting the party at home and you’re living in a Toronto condo or surrounding GTA condo. Condos are not known for large rooms and extra spaces. However, with careful planning and creative arrangements, a condo party can start rolling.
Here are easy tips on how to throw big parties in small spaces;
1. Manage the guest list
Determine the number of people you can invite. It should be a good number, where your guests should ...

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